Press Operator

Job Overview

The purpose of this class is to produce quality printed and duplicated products.

High school diploma/GED and two year's of experience working in a commercial print shop, with printing press equipment, digital copiers and/or binding equipment. Must have a valid Maryland driver's license with moving violation points less than five (5).

• Operate print presses.
• Provide customer service relating to jobs.
• Complete jobs according to specifications.
• Maintain equipment and supplies.
• Assist with shipping and receiving.
• Operate pre-press equipment, printing presses for production of up to 4-color process work, digital copiers and bindery equipment.
• Provide quality control, from intake to finishing, for all jobs.
• Oversee the daily assignments of part-time, temp-hourly, work study, or student aide employees.
• Provide customer service including answer phones and emails, log incoming jobs, record relevant job information, and oversee shipping/delivery details.
• Be cognizant of the inventory of all raw materials, such as papers and inks and notify Printing Services Manager when ordering is needed.
• Receive the delivery of goods, and maintain inventories in orderly fashion.
• Maintain skill level to perform basic maintenance procedures on printing and bindery equipment.
• Operate high speed duplicator(s), off-line finishing and related duplicating equipment, as necessary.